Neumann KMS 105 Handheld Vocal Microphone Nickel

Brief Description of the Neumann KMS 105 Handheld Vocal Microphone Nickel

The KMS 105 handheld vocal microphone has been developed to permit optimal transmission of the human voice, and are thus is the microphone of choice for demanding live applications. The KMS105 has become an internationally recognized standard in the field of high-quality stage microphones.

Due to it's low self-noise and crosstalk behavior which is free of coloration, the KMS 105 ideal for use with in-ear monitoring systems.

With its supercardioid characteristic the KMS 105 is particularly good at suppressing sounds originating from the entire 180° hemisphere behind the microphone.

The high acoustic resolution and smooth frequency response of the KMS105 microphone ensures that the musician has optimal control of the stage performance at all times.

Key Features of the Neumann KMS 105 Handheld Vocal Microphone Nickel

• Neumann sound on stage
• Excellent transparency for vocals/speech
• Cardioid/Supercardioid polar pattern with excellent feedback rejection
• Without off-axis coloration
• Transformerless output
• Effective pop shielding without any side effects
• Set includes stand clamp

Extended Description of the Neumann KMS 105 Handheld Vocal Microphone Nickel

Acoustic Features

The studio condenser capsules used in the KMS 105 microphone provides the basis for transmitting all the nuances of the human voice. In comparison with other handheld microphones, which operate mostly with dynamic capsules, the KMS series has a particularly high acoustic transparency, a wide frequency range and a fine resolution of transients.

Carefully adjusted acoustic filters and transformerless impedance converters that can handle very high sound pressure levels prevent the KMS 105 from being overloaded even by strong plosive sounds.

In spite of excellent pop protection, sibilants and “S” sounds are transmitted with their natural accentuation, as is possible only with condenser microphones. Furthermore, the above-mentioned acoustic filters are designed so that the distinctive directional characteristics of the capsules are preserved even in the bass range. The filters thus ensure a very high level of feedback protection for the KMS 105 vocalist microphone when they are used with a stage sound system.

Electrical Features

Since vocalist microphones are typically addressed at close range, for the bass frequency response of the microphones, electronic compensation is used for the proximity effect in the respective capsules.

In addition, the KMS 105 has an invariable, built-in high-pass filter with a cutoff frequency of 120 Hz (–3 dB, measured in a free sound field). The dynamic range of the KMS 105 vocal microphone is 132 dB, and the maximum sound pressure level is 150 dB.

The low self-noise level of only 18 dB-A permits both microphones to be used at high gain levels without the risk of additional noise. Even at large distances, the KMS 105 microphone operate with a high signal-to-noise ratio, facilitating the freedom of movement and creativity that are important to the artist.

Due to the transformerless output circuit, the KMS105 vocal microphone signals can be transmitted even through long cables without loss of sound.

Mechanical Features

Designed for use on stage require a particularly robust construction. The KMS105 therefore have thick-walled metal housings, which also provide effective protection against handling noise.

The microphone headgrilles are made of hardened steel. If required, they can easily be unscrewed to permit cleaning of the interior acoustic filters.

Delivery Range

The KMS 105 microphone, with a matching stand clamp, ia supplied in an attractive padded nylon bag that is sufficiently durable for touring.

Specifications of the Neumann KMS 105 Handheld Vocal Microphone Nickel

• Acoustical operating principle: Pressure gradient transducer
• Directional pattern: supercardioid
• Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm: 4.5 mV/Pa
• Rated impedance: 50 ohms
• Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
• Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3: 28 dB
• Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651: 18 dB-A
• S/N ratio CCIR 468-3: 66 dB
• S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651: 76 dB
• Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 150 dB
• Maximum output voltage: 12 dBu
• Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier DIN/IEC 651: 132 dB
• Supply voltage: 48 V ± 4 V
• Current consumption: 3.5 mA
• Matching connector: XLR 3F
• Weight: approx. 300 g
• Diameter: 48 mm
• Length: 180 mm